Ladies and gentlemen Quote by Lincoln Child
““And so, ladies and gentlemen, you can take as fact the four words I’m about to speak—though I speak them with some regret, since I enjoy cryptozoological legends as much as the next man: There ain’t no Nessie.” This””
About This Quote
Source Novel: “The Lost World” (2003) excerpt
The narrator humorously denies the existence of a famous cryptid despite personal interest.
In simple terms: Denial of myth despite fascination.
Key Takeaway
Question beliefs with humor.
Themes
myths
humor
skepticism
Mood
playful
skeptical
Type
fiction
dialogue
When to use this quote
- debates about legends
- media discussions
- science communication
Key Concepts
cryptozoology
belief systems
Questions to Reflect On
- Why do we cling to myths?
- How does humor affect belief?
A Different Perspective
Denial may dismiss genuine evidence.
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